Traverse vs Palisade

Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.

Chevrolet Traverse
Chevrolet

Traverse

Price from $40,800
Monthly payment $474
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Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai

Palisade

Price from $39,435
Monthly payment $459
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Specifications

  Traverse Palisade
Manufacturer Chevrolet Hyundai
Starting price $40,800 $39,435
Monthly payment $474 $459
Fuel type Gasoline Hybrid
Fuel economy 21.5 mpg 31.0 mpg
CO₂ emissions 404 g/mi–423 g/mi 257 g/mi–480 g/mi
Annual maintenance cost — —

Common issues

Chevrolet Traverse

Common-issue data is not available yet.

Hyundai Palisade

Yes, 2020-2022 Palisade models with the 3.8L V6 are covered by NHTSA recall 22V602 for a low-pressure fuel pump impeller that can deform and cut fuel pressure. Symptoms include rough idle, sputtering, power loss, hard starting, and engine stall with the check engine light. Owners should confirm the recall remedy was done; otherwise an independent repair is about $1,150.

The 2020-2022 Palisade with the 8-speed A8LF1 can exhibit low-speed downshift clunk, shudder from a stop, and hesitation, addressed by Hyundai TSB 21-AT-002H. A dealer fluid flush and adaptation reset is around $325. Ignoring the condition can lead to premature clutch wear and internal transmission damage.

A parasitic draw from infotainment or telematics modules not sleeping is documented in TSB 22-01-019H, with batteries dying after 12-24 months. Symptoms include overnight dead battery, low battery warnings, and lost memory settings. An AGM battery replacement is about $300, while dealer diagnostics and possible module replacement cost more.

Yes, TSB 21-01-023H acknowledges moisture entry through poor seals in LED projector headlamps. You may see droplets or streaks inside the lens after rain or washing, which can lead to yellowing and reduced night visibility. An independent OEM housing replacement runs about $800 per side with labor.

2020-2024 Palisades with the smart liftgate can have a failing actuator motor that stops the gate mid-cycle or prevents response to the fob, button, or handle. This leaves the cargo area inaccessible and can damage the gate if it unlatches but does not rise. Replacement of the OEM actuator assembly is about $675 installed.

About this comparison

Chevrolet Traverse and Hyundai Palisade suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.

Traverse starts at $40,800; Palisade starts at $39,435. The difference is $1,365, making Palisade about 3% cheaper before financing.

Estimated monthly payment: Traverse — $474; Palisade — $459. The difference is $15 per month, with Palisade lower.

The models use different powertrains: Traverse — Gasoline; Palisade — Hybrid. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.

The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.

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